Composition and method for delivering active agents

Abstract

This invention relates to a non-aqueous fluorocarbon composition for use in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or radiographic imaging (X-ray or computed tomography), particularly imaging of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract; an improved fluorocarbon composition with enhanced contrast effects in the GI tract; a fluorocarbon composition having improved palatability; a fluorocarbon composition for delivering drugs or bioactive agents; improved preparations for radiographic imaging or MRI; methods for producing and using such preparations; methods for improving the palatability of non-aqueous liquids; and methods for improving imaging.

What is claimed is:  
     
         1 . A method for orally delivering a pharmacological or bioactive agent to a patient comprising administering an effective amount of a composition comprising a fluorocarbon liquid having said pharmacological or bioactive agent suspended therein, and wherein said composition further comprises a non-toxic release controlling substance.